Art Quilters Celebrate Independence

Art Quilters Celebrate Independence is a juried, touring exhibition featuring artwork by Studio Art Quilt Associates of Pennsylvania (SAQA-PA) created in honor of the 250th anniversary of the United States. Thirty-nine innovative art quilts explore the broad meaning of independence and freedom of expression, including reflections on democratic values and human rights in America today. While each work connects to the nation’s storied past, the exhibition also highlights bold conceptual and technical departures from tradition, affirming the art quilt as a dynamic and evolving fine art medium.

The exhibition premiered in Philadelphia --- cradle of liberty and birthplace of our democracy, at Moore College of Art & Design during the summer of 2026, and will then travel to three additional prestigious venues in eastern Pennsylvania.

Moore College of Art & Design, June 13 - August 29, 2026

Pennsylvania National Quilt Extravaganza, Expo Center, Oaks, PA: September 17 - September 20, 2026

Phillips’ Mill Community Association, 2619 River Rd., New Hope, PA: November 15 - December 13, 2026

Reading Public Museum, 500 Museum Rd., Reading, PA: January 30 - May 23, 2027